Morning-glory Plume Moth (Emmelina monodactyla)
This looks to be a Morning-glory Plume Moth (Emmelina monodactyla), one that I photographed only last week. Even as we enter November and have already experienced frosts, freezes and early season snowfall in the Northeast (and the Southeast?!) there are still a wide variety of flying insects to be found. Many of our tiny neighbors can be discovered year-round. It only takes a little more effort on our part to spot them. Put on an extra layer if you need it but get outside as much as you can. Scott Kruitbosch Conservation & Outreach Coordinator
Read MoreNatives and their Invasive Look Alikes
While we were out birding this weekend for RTPI’s annual Bird Fest we found a number of memorable species, including several non-avian organisms. Blue flag iris (Iris versicolor) was one particular flower that was exciting to come across; however, its look alike, yellow flag iris (Iris pseudacorus), wasn’t so much. Yellow flag iris is one of several invasive species RTPI will be reporting this summer to the NY iMapInvasives database as we work to learn more about what invasive species are here and how we can prevent their spread. Elyse Henshaw Conservation...
Read MoreTick invasion bringing epidemics
During my first nearly three months in Chautauqua County, New York and surrounding areas I have met hundreds of naturalists and birders, spoken here at RTPI a few times, and discussed countless topics relating to our local environment. Invariably I end up comparing what I have seen or heard of here to my life in Connecticut. One ideal I try to impart is that we do not want this region to end up like Connecticut has in many respects (sorry, it’s true!) pertaining to the natural world. The most frightening aspect that always receives stunned reactions and fearful glances is when I...
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